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Durango Airport Served by American Airlines and United Airlines, DRO offers nonstop service to four convenient hub destinations, with connections available worldwide.
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* The Durango-La Plata County Airport has the longest runway in the Four Corners at 9,200 feet long and 150 feet wide.

* The Durango-La Plata County Airport has two airlines, five rental car agencies, a restaurant/bar, and a gift shop.

* The Durango-La Plata County Airport is staffed with professional aircraft firefighters (ARFF). The Durango-La Plata County Airport has two ARFF fire trucks with 750 pounds of dry chemical and 1,500 gallons of ARFF foam solution.

* The Durango-La Plata County Airport receives approximately 50 inches of snow annually. The airport uses large plows, broom sweepers, and large rotary snow blowers to keep the runway clear during winter.

* The Durango-La Plata County Airport is co-owned by the City of Durango and La Plata County. The airport is overseen by the Durango-La Plata County Airport Commission. SOCIAL MEDIA POLICY:
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Local artist Cindy Atchison has completed a beautiful new art mural wall on the Durango Airport post-TSA concourse. Cind...
10/13/2026

Local artist Cindy Atchison has completed a beautiful new art mural wall on the Durango Airport post-TSA concourse. Cindy's description of the art piece: "Aspen Community honors the shared human experience of travel—joyful reunions, new beginnings, professional pursuits, and the comfort of returning home. This airport mural reflects the movement, connection, and sense of belonging that define both journey and place. Inspired by the natural beauty of the Four Corners region, the mural centers on aspens, beloved throughout the Southwest for their interconnected root systems and seasonal transformation. Across many cultures, aspens symbolize resilience, renewal, and community. The grove is shown through all four seasons, with shifting leaf color, light, and surrounding flora. Native wildlife quietly emerges from within the trees, welcoming both visitors and locals. By celebrating ecology, change, and connection, Aspen Community offers a visual invitation to pause, reflect, and feel at home."

DRO conducted a large-scale emergency training exercise earlier this week which simulated an aircraft accident. Over 80 ...
10/09/2026

DRO conducted a large-scale emergency training exercise earlier this week which simulated an aircraft accident. Over 80 community volunteers and over 120 emergency response personnel participated. The hands-on training tests emergency response plans, evaluates communication protocols, and ensures multi-agency readiness. Thanks to everyone who participated and helped us with this exercise! **Note that all injuries seen in the photos are simulated - our volunteers enjoyed making this a realistic experience.

DRO will be conducting a large-scale emergency training exercise tomorrow, Wednesday, October 7 which will include numer...
10/06/2026

DRO will be conducting a large-scale emergency training exercise tomorrow, Wednesday, October 7 which will include numerous fire, medical, and law enforcement agencies responding to a simulated aircraft accident at the airport. The exercise will not impact normal flight operations, and passengers should not be concerned when seeing emergency vehicles around the airport.

A formal ribbon cutting for the new Steamworks Brewing Company "Hub," located just past the TSA checkpoint was held toda...
10/05/2026

A formal ribbon cutting for the new Steamworks Brewing Company "Hub," located just past the TSA checkpoint was held today. The new kitchen space is now fully operational, and travelers at the Durango Airport can begin enjoying the new menu featuring tasty options such as the green chile breakfast burrito, southwest omelet, bacon royale burger, pub mac & cheese, fish & chips, and much more!

With the local school district's Fall Break approaching, we encourage passengers to consider pick up/drop off, ground tr...
10/05/2026

With the local school district's Fall Break approaching, we encourage passengers to consider pick up/drop off, ground transportation, and carpooling options. The parking lots at Durango Airport are expected to be at peak occupancy beginning Wednesday/Thursday of this week and will remain very full through mid-next week. If you will be parking during this period, make sure to build in extra time since there is a strong likelihood of having to park in our most distant overflow spaces.

The new Steamworks Brewing Company "Hub," located just past the TSA checkpoint is open! Concessions staff are still sett...
09/30/2026

The new Steamworks Brewing Company "Hub," located just past the TSA checkpoint is open! Concessions staff are still setting up the final components of the new kitchen space so an official ribbon cutting is not planned until next week, but travelers at the Durango Airport can begin enjoying the new menu as it's steadily brought online.

Upgraded concessions coming soon! Travelers passing through the Durango Airport can soon grab a cold drink and a bite to...
09/23/2026

Upgraded concessions coming soon! Travelers passing through the Durango Airport can soon grab a cold drink and a bite to eat at the brand-new Steamworks Brewing Company "Hub," located right past the TSA checkpoint. The new dining option will bring a local favorite directly to your gate. For more details, visit https://bit.ly/4hlZJUG.

Local artist Laurie Cullum has completed a beautiful new art mural wall inside the Durango Airport main terminal curbsid...
09/22/2026

Local artist Laurie Cullum has completed a beautiful new art mural wall inside the Durango Airport main terminal curbside entrance. Laurie's description of the art piece: "The great blue heron, with its deliberate, graceful movements, serves as the heart of this mural. Its serene presence mirrors the quiet majesty of flight, offering passengers a feeling of safety, calm, and peaceful passage through the skies."

Another new art mural wall located on the Durango Airport post-TSA concourse is being painted by Hannah Wilson. The mura...
09/18/2026

Another new art mural wall located on the Durango Airport post-TSA concourse is being painted by Hannah Wilson. The mural is starting to take early shape, and we are excited to have this art piece fascinate passengers as they wait for their departing flight.

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